genome — The complete set of genetic material (genes and DNA) present in an organism
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: The complete set of genetic material (genes and DNA) present in an organism
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈdʒiːnoʊm/
Example Sentences
- The Human Genome Project took over a decade to complete.
- My dog's genome is 99% identical to a wolf's — no wonder he howls at 3 AM!
- Scientists sequenced the genome of the virus within 48 hours.
genome
NOUN[/ˈdʒiːnoʊm/]
The complete set of genetic material (genes and DNA) present in an organism
Scientists decode the entire human genome in a glowing helix display.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Coined in 1920 by German botanist Hans Winkler, blending 'gene' with the Greek suffix '-ome' (meaning 'whole' or 'entire set').
Breakdown
gene- (hereditary unit) + -ome (complete set, as in chromosome)
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The Human Genome Project took over a decade to complete.”
“My dog's genome is 99% identical to a wolf's — no wonder he howls at 3 AM!”
“Scientists sequenced the genome of the virus within 48 hours.”
“If aliens ever land, the first thing scientists will want is their genome!”
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